Our affiliations
Access Beyond the Ordinary
BN The Know is proud to be affiliated with two of the travel industry's most prestigious networks — Virtuoso and In the Know Experiences. These partnerships are the foundation of everything we offer.
Why Our Partnerships Matter
Most travelers book through the same channels as everyone else — and get the same experience as everyone else. Our clients don't. Through our Virtuoso and In the Know affiliations, we have direct relationships with the world's finest hotels, cruise lines, tour operators, and private guides.
That means preferred rates, guaranteed room upgrades, exclusive amenities, and access to experiences that simply aren't available to the general public. It means your trip is better — not just planned better.
These relationships allow us to advocate for our clients before they arrive, ensuring every stay is tailored to their preferences and enhanced with insider access, exclusive privileges, and exceptional service.
2,200+
Member agencies worldwide
54
Countries represented
1,800+
Preferred hotel & resort partners
The world's leading luxury travel network
Virtuoso
Virtuoso is the global network of elite travel agencies and advisors, connecting clients to the finest hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and tour operators on earth. With over 2,200 member agencies in 54 countries and relationships with more than 1,800 preferred partners, Virtuoso membership is the gold standard in luxury travel.
Client Benefits
- Complimentary room upgrades at hundreds of the world's best hotels
- Daily breakfast for two throughout your stay
- Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
- Exclusive amenity credits (typically $100 USD per stay)
- VIP status and personal welcome from hotel management
- Access to Virtuoso-only rates and exclusive sailings
Global
Curated destination specialists
Bespoke
Focus
Insider
Access level
Insider access to the world's most extraordinary journeys
In the Know Experiences
In the Know Experiences is a curated consortium of independent luxury travel advisors with deep, personal relationships at the world's most sought-after properties and destinations. Where Virtuoso provides broad network access, In the Know delivers the kind of hyper-personal, on-the-ground connections that turn a great trip into a legendary one.
Client Benefits
- Direct relationships with property owners, GMs, and local experts
- Access to private villas, exclusive camps, and off-market properties
- Curated experiences unavailable through any other channel
- Preferred rates and exclusive amenities at member properties
- On-the-ground support from trusted local partners worldwide
- Personalized introductions to chefs, guides, and cultural insiders
Exclusive Hotel & Brand Partnerships
By invitation only, BN The Know holds preferred status with the world's most prestigious hotel programs. Each affiliation is earned — not purchased — and delivers tangible benefits to our clients at every stay.
Every program includes:
Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts
Access to 1,800+ of the world's finest properties with guaranteed perks at every stay.
Four Seasons Preferred Partner
The only way to receive Four Seasons amenities when booking through a travel advisor — exclusive to a select group of agencies worldwide.
Rosewood Elite
Preferred status at Rosewood's collection of ultra-luxury hotels and resorts across the globe.
Belmond Bellini Club
VIP recognition at Belmond's iconic trains, river cruises, hotels, and safaris worldwide.
Dorchester Diamond
Elite status at The Beverly Hills Hotel, Hotel Bel-Air, The Dorchester, Le Meurice, and more.
Rocco Forte Knights
Preferred partner status at Rocco Forte's celebrated collection of European luxury hotels.
Marriott Stars & Luminous
Preferred access to Marriott's luxury portfolio including The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, and Edition.
Hyatt Privé
Exclusive benefits at Park Hyatt, Andaz, Alila, Thompson Hotels, and the full Hyatt luxury collection.
What This Means for You
Every client of BN The Know travels with the full weight of both networks behind them.
Complimentary Perks
Room upgrades, daily breakfast, spa credits, and welcome amenities — automatically included at hundreds of properties.
Exclusive Access
Private experiences, off-market properties, and insider introductions that aren't available to the general public.
Preferred Rates
Competitive pricing through our network relationships — often at or below what you'd find booking direct.
Dedicated Support
A real advisor who knows your trip inside and out, available before, during, and after you travel.